Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Austin, TX
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: RN Cath Lab (Travel)

Location: Austin, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Assist with procedures and provide diagnostic aid by conducting organ or body scans on patients.
• Prepare and position patients; select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and medications within scope of practice and regulations.
• Observe patients during procedures and report abnormal activity.
• Monitor protocols and recommend updates as needed.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Perform specialized imaging procedures such as angiography, complex vascular and nonvascular interventional and therapeutic procedures.
• Assist Radiologist/PA during procedures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agency standards.

Required Licensure / Certifications

• BLS Provider (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) within 30 days of hire or job transfer.
• Radiologic Technologist credential from the Texas Medical Board prior to hire or transfer.
• One or more of the following credentials prior to hire or transfer:

  • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CCI)
  • Cardiographic Tech specializing in Electrophysiology (CCI)
  • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography (ARRT)
  • ARRT-VI, ARRT-CI, or ARRT-CV also accepted.
• Advanced Life Support (preferred).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred).

Education Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalency with 2 years cumulative experience, OR
• Associate's degree/Technical degree, OR
• 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Onboarding and Compliance Requirements

• BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA required).
• Nursys verification within 30 days prior to start.
• License and certificate verification within 30 days prior to start.
• Completion of specialty exams and competency assessments (e.g., Ascension Specialty Exam, Core Competencies, EKG Exam).
• Completion of onboarding education and attestation modules.
• Health and immunization requirements including:

  • MMR (2 vaccines or positive titer, no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or declination documentation
  • Influenza vaccine (seasonal, exemptions accepted with mask requirement)
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination (no declinations accepted)
  • Tdap vaccine (valid 10 years, no declinations accepted)
  • TB screening (Positive IGRA or PPD results, negative chest X-ray within 1 year, annual TB questionnaire)
  • Fit test for respiratory protection (updated annually)
  • 2 Step PPD or IGRA within required timeframes
• Drug screening: 12 panel urine drug screen within 30 days prior to start, updated annually.
• Criminal background check, employment verification, and professional references required.
• Verification of education and employment history relevant to clinical work.
• Statement of good health or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.
• Valid Driver’s License or State ID (must not be expired and address must match records).

Additional Notes

• Must comply with all regulatory and facility-specific standards.
• Completion of all required documentation and verifications prior to or at onboarding is mandatory.
• Contract length is approximately 13 weeks.

This position is ideal for experienced RN Cath Lab professionals seeking a travel assignment in Austin, Texas, with a reputable healthcare system.